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Current Affairs 28 October 2025
International Animation Day 2025
Every year on October 28, countries around the world celebrate International Animation Day (IAD) to honour the art, creativity, and cultural significance of animation. The event, observed in more than 50 countries, is organized by ASIFA (Association Internationale du Film d’Animation) and commemorates Émile Reynaud’s 1892 public screening using his Théâtre Optique in Paris — regarded as the birth of projected animation.
ASIFA established International Animation Day in 2002 to highlight animation as a powerful tool for storytelling and artistic expression. The global celebrations include film screenings, creative workshops, and conferences led by animation schools, studios, and ASIFA chapters to inspire upcoming animators and promote cultural exchange through animation.
Indian Chess Grandmasters Shine at European Club Cup 2025
Indian chess prodigies D. Gukesh and Divya Deshmukh clinched individual gold medals at the European Chess Club Cup 2025, boosting India’s morale ahead of the upcoming Chess World Cup in Goa.
Playing for Super Chess, Gukesh claimed gold on Board 1, steering his team to tournament victory despite a challenging season following his World Championship win in 2024. Meanwhile, Divya Deshmukh, representing Cercle d’échecs de Monte Carlo, secured gold on Board 2 in the women’s event. She remains India’s only female representative at the World Cup, with this triumph underscoring her readiness for international competition.
Vajra Chandrasekera Wins 2025 Ursula K. Le Guin Fiction Prize
Sri Lankan author Vajra Chandrasekera has been awarded the 2025 Ursula K. Le Guin Prize for Fiction for his speculative novel Rakesfall. The prestigious $25,000 prize honours a writer whose work explores themes such as power, freedom, equity, and humanity’s relationship with the world.
Founded in 2022, the award celebrates the legacy of renowned author Ursula K. Le Guin, whose writings challenged societal norms and examined issues like capitalism, patriarchy, and colonialism through fantasy and science fiction. Chandrasekera’s victory marks a major milestone for South Asian speculative literature on the global stage.
Japan Introduces the World’s First Yen-Pegged Stablecoin – JPYC
In a landmark development for global digital finance, Japan has launched the world’s first yen-pegged stablecoin, known as JPYC, on October 27, 2025. This blockchain-based currency is designed to maintain a 1:1 parity with the Japanese yen, symbolizing Japan’s commitment to digital transformation in its financial ecosystem.
Backed by domestic savings and Japanese government securities, JPYC combines stability with innovation. Its issuer, JPYC Inc., plans to release up to 10 trillion yen (≈$66 billion) worth of tokens over the next three years to promote low-cost, secure, and fast digital payments—particularly beneficial for startups and international trade.
The launch challenges the dominance of U.S. dollar-backed stablecoins, which currently make up 99% of the global market, and positions Japan as a key player in the evolving crypto-fintech landscape. This digital milestone follows the introduction of new yen banknotes in 2024, reflecting Japan’s dual focus on modern and traditional financial systems.
Cyclone Montha Forms Over the Bay of Bengal
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued alerts as Cyclone Montha intensifies over the southeast Bay of Bengal. Forecasts indicate that the system will develop into a Severe Cyclonic Storm (SCS) by October 28, 2025, potentially affecting Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Odisha, Telangana, Kerala, and Chhattisgarh with heavy rainfall and strong winds.
The cyclone’s name, “Montha,” was suggested by Thailand under the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) and ESCAP naming panel for the North Indian Ocean.
Formation Process of Cyclone Montha:
- Low Pressure Development: Warm ocean waters create a low-pressure area that pulls in moist air.
- Cloud Formation: Rising moist air cools and condenses, forming thunderclouds.
- Cyclonic Rotation: The Coriolis effect causes the air to rotate, forming a spiral motion.
- Intensification: High sea surface temperature (above 27°C) and low wind shear lead to the storm strengthening into a cyclonic system.
Catherine Connolly Becomes Ireland’s 10th President
Independent left-wing leader Catherine Connolly has been elected as the 10th President of Ireland, defeating her main opponent Heather Humphreys in a decisive victory. Her election marks a significant shift in Ireland’s political direction, reflecting a growing public preference for independent leadership.
Connolly, representing Galway West, has served as a Teachta Dála (TD) since 2016 and previously held the role of Deputy Speaker (Leas Ceann Comhairle) in the Irish Parliament. While the presidency is largely ceremonial, her win represents a progressive voice in Irish politics and a renewed emphasis on social equity and reform.
Vessel ‘Sindhu’ Completes Maiden Voyage to Barren Island
In a major achievement for Indian maritime tourism, the passenger vessel ‘Sindhu’ has successfully completed its first voyage to Barren Island, India’s only active volcano, located around 140 km from Port Blair in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
Organized by the Andaman Administration, this voyage marks a new chapter in connecting visitors to the region’s geological wonders. Barren Island, positioned at the meeting point of the Indian and Burmese tectonic plates, last erupted intermittently in recent decades and remains a key site for geological research.
The Sindhu is equipped with four classes of accommodations — Coral Suite, Reef Suite, Island Breeze, and Lagoon Class — ensuring a comfortable travel experience for tourists. This initiative is expected to enhance eco-tourism in the region while promoting awareness of India’s unique volcanic landscape.
Review Questions
- International Animation Day (IAD) is celebrated every year on which date?
A) 26 October
B) 27 October
C) 28 October
D) 29 October
Answer: C) 28 October - Which organization spearheads the celebration of International Animation
Day?
A) UNESCO
B) ASIFA (Association Internationale du Film d’Animation)
C) UNICEF
D) WHO
Answer: B) ASIFA (Association Internationale du Film d’Animation) - International Animation Day commemorates which historic event?
A) First animated feature film release
B) Birth of Walt Disney
C) Émile Reynaud’s 1892 screening using Théâtre Optique
D) First Academy Award for animation
Answer: C) Émile Reynaud’s 1892 screening using Théâtre Optique - Who won the 2025 Ursula K. Le Guin Prize for Fiction?
A) Arundhati Roy
B) Vajra Chandrasekera
C) Salman Rushdie
D) Kazuo Ishiguro
Answer: B) Vajra Chandrasekera - The Ursula K. Le Guin Prize for Fiction carries a cash award of:
A) $10,000
B) $15,000
C) $20,000
D) $25,000
Answer: D) $25,000 - Indian chess players D. Gukesh and Divya Deshmukh recently won gold medals
at which tournament?
A) FIDE World Cup 2025
B) European Chess Club Cup 2025
C) Asian Chess Championship 2025
D) Commonwealth Chess Championship 2025
Answer: B) European Chess Club Cup 2025 - Japan recently launched the world’s first yen-pegged stablecoin. What is its
name?
A) JPYT
B) JPYC
C) YENC
D) J-Coin
Answer: B) JPYC - The cyclone name “Montha” was contributed by which country?
A) India
B) Sri Lanka
C) Thailand
D) Bangladesh
Answer: C) Thailand - Who has been elected as the 10th President of Ireland?
A) Mary McAleese
B) Catherine Connolly
C) Leo Varadkar
D) Michael D. Higgins
Answer: B) Catherine Connolly - The passenger vessel ‘Sindhu’ recently completed its maiden voyage to which
unique Indian location?
A) Nicobar Island
B) Barren Island
C) Havelock Island
D) Neil Island
Answer: B) Barren Island
